COLLEGE AND CAREER TRACKS
Leading Students Toward a Brighter Future
At Nevada Connections Academy, we put students on a path that keeps them going long after they graduate. It’s about giving them what they need to pursue their dreams. It’s about building knowledge and character. And, it’s about living up to our commitment through caring teachers, an expert-designed curriculum, and a learning experience that lifts students up and allows them to soar.
Each student at Nevada Connections Academy chooses one of three College and Career tracks:
- AP®*/honors
- Dual enrollment with the College of Southern Nevada (online)
- Career and Technical Education
The future awaits—and whether your student focuses on college prep or chooses a career and technical education, your child will be ready for it.
*AP® and Advanced Placement® are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.
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Preparing Students for College
Delivering College Prep for High School Students
During the pandemic, many students faced disruption in their learning environment.For Justice’s family, Connections Academy provided the flexible learning experience, impactful curriculum, and online college prep courses they needed to change their schooling environment for good. Even after their traditional schools resumed in-person, they knew this was the right fit. See how Connections Academy made a difference in their life and allowed Justice to advance his pace of learning and pursue dual enrollment opportunities at the local college.
CAREER READINESS
Be Future-Ready
At Nevada Connections Academy, we believe there are all kinds of roads to success. We also believe that having the right skills, experiences, and connections can help students feel confident and prepared for their unique future. Our career-readiness and career and technical education (CTE) courses and pathways prepare students for a future they’re passionate about in the high-demand fields of Medical Assisting, Business Management, Hospitality and Tourism, and Marketing.
Through CTE courses, our students have the opportunity to:
DEVELOP SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Hone essential skills like critical thinking, communication, collaboration and teamwork, and leadership.
Pursue the opportunity to earn a high school diploma, industry certifications, and college credits simultaneously through our innovative tri-credit offering.
BUILD CONNECTIONS THAT MATTER
Earn entry-level professional certificates from companies like Google, Meta, and Salesforce through an exclusive partnership with Coursera.
Achieve digital, globally recognized Credly badges to showcase credentials and accomplishments.
Begin growing a professional network through an experiential career network.
Attend discussions with guest speakers who share their professional experience and knowledge.
Engage in meaningful experiences through our partnerships with top Career and Technical Student Organizations and higher education institutions:
97%
Of parents feel their students are making progress on their career goals.
Based on 2024 Parent Satisfaction Survey.
Certified teachers specially trained in online learning
Connections Academy graduates receive Nevada high school diplomas
COLLEGE PREP
Leading Students Toward Higher Education
A college degree gets students ready for a successful future. And, at Nevada Connections Academy, we get students ready for college. We offer a range of honors and Advanced Placement®* courses, along with plenty of online clubs for students. We also help students build the personal responsibility and love of learning they’ll need to get into—and excel at—whatever college they choose.
Students interested in college prep enjoy plenty of support along the way. Their teachers embrace their goals, and counselors guide them through the college selection and application process. Plus, our online learning environment is similar to what many colleges use, meaning our students are ready to hit the (digital) ground running.
If your child is interested in going to college, they’ll find the right path here.
*AP® and Advanced Placement® are registered trademarks of the College Board. Used with permission.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Earn College Credits from the College of Southern Nevada
Since 2020, Nevada Connections Academy students have had the opportunity to earn dual credits online through our partnership with the College of Southern Nevada. There are even opportunities for highly motivated students to earn enough credits to achieve their associate’s degree before high school graduation!
COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE
Where Our Students Are Going
Class of 2024 Highlights
270
Nevada Connections Academy graduates
33%
plan on attending a two- or four-year college
Based on self-reported data by students in Connection’s Academy’s Class of 2024 report.
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